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Douglas County Government Investigations Specialist in Castle Rock, Colorado

Conducts investigations to assure program integrity and to prevent and detect fraud. This position is responsible for investigating, preparing, and submitting cases for criminal, administrative and civil action. Cases will be predominantly for public assistance but may include some field and investigation work on other programs/services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

Accepts case assignments, begins, and performs system searches to support the investigation. Documents information obtained through searches that were performed independently from the referral. Conducts interviews with parties associated with the referral while exercising sound judgment and action about confidentiality, issues of domestic violence and preserving the integrity of the case. Investigator will obtain reasonable and appropriate evidence, e.g., video, audio, written, photographs, leases, employer information and document in the field report the chain of custody. Research federal, state, and local laws, and apply them appropriately. Identifies and securely maintains information and evidence. Determine if provider or recipient received overpayment as a result of agency error, client error, intentional program violation, or criminal fraud. Responsible for preparing professional reports. Obtain evidence within the field as relevant and appropriate. Prepares and submits cases to the Office of Administrative Courts, Douglas County Sheriff's Office, and District Attorney's Office. In addition to any other appropriate jurisdiction or agency. Efficiently complete calculations for SNAP claims within the first 12 months of employment. Attends meetings with legal staff in pretrial and trial conference to assist in the preparation and presentation of criminal prosecution. Prepares cases and testifies to the evidence gathered in court and administrative hearings. Attends meetings with Program Integrity staff for the reviewing of case findings and provide updates. Maintain case files ensuring all documents are secured in the file, confidential, complete, and legible. All documents are to be always retained in a safe location, so client confidentiality is maintained All documents and information (electronic or written) are to be always retained in a secure location to maintain client confidentiality. Access to any case related file (paper or electronic) or computer system (County, State or third party) may only be used in connection with a specific referral. Report any situation which poses a conflict of interest with the County's and Department's Conflict of Interest policy and procedure. May be asked or required to attend professional development and skills training as needed, and/or professional conferences or meetings. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree or equivalent formal education At least 2 years of relevant experience as an investigator, criminal detective, or other qualified position. A combination of experience and education may be considered. Spanish language skills preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database.

For more information on job functions, requirements and to apply please visit:https://douglasco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/r equisition/2479?c=douglasco

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